2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
